

Monica Marks
Professor of Middle East politics at NYU Abu Dhabi, providing expert analysis on the regional impact of the conflict and civilian effects in the UAE.
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Mar 3, 2026 • 26min
Israel hits Tehran and Beirut with 'simultaneous strikes'
Monica Marks, NYU Abu Dhabi Middle East politics professor, on UAE civilian impacts. Barbara Plett-Usher, BBC Doha correspondent, on Gulf strikes and aviation disruptions. Yolan Nell, BBC Jerusalem correspondent, on Israel-Lebanon border tensions and strategic aims. They discuss strikes on Tehran and Beirut, regional drone tactics, economic fallout and risks to energy and infrastructure.
Jan 20, 2023 • 44min
A Tunisia Without Ennahda? — with Monica Marks and Erin Clare Brown
Monica Marks, an expert in Middle East politics from NYU Abu Dhabi, shares insights on Tunisia's turbulent political landscape. She analyzes President Kais Saied's struggle to maintain authority amidst economic chaos and public disillusionment. Marks explores the controversial legacy of the Ennahda party, discussing how perceptions of Islamist governance shape political discourse. The conversation delves into fears surrounding Ennahda's influence and the broader implications for Tunisia's democratic aspirations amidst societal and economic challenges.


